It’s ok if you have to carry on with business as usual during the Coronavirus crisis. The worst case scenario projects millions will be infected in the United States alone. Despite recommendations of self-quarantine to prevent the spread of the virus by social contagion, most of us still have to get up, feed ourselves and our families, go to work, and pay the bills. The struggles of coping with Coronavirus might not look that different from everyday life for some people. Some of us have been unemployed before due to layoffs or resignation. Those suffering from chronic illness have experienced frequent or extended hospital stays or social isolation. Hunger and food insecurity effect not just the destitute poor, but many others like college students or recent graduates.
The world keeps spinning through a pandemic and that means small business owners who run their operations sole charge or with a modest staff might have to solider on with business as usual…or as close to it as possible. Slogging through the day-to-day financial, personal, or professional struggles of business ownership are challenging enough without the risk of sickness and required quarantining for yourself, staff, and customers alike.
Here are some resources for artists and small business owners during the Coronavirus quarantine…or on any given Tuesday. I am based in North Texas, so many of these resources will pertain to this area.
Have a Pleasant Day
-Rae Pleasant
Conception Arts
Not only do they host exciting pop-up events, but there is always an informative panel of professionals giving sound advice. The founder offers business counseling via web-based video seminars or boot camps as well. Join the mailing list or register to be an exhibiting artist to unlock these resources.
Washington Business Journal
While I’m not an avid reader of this journal, the information pertaining to Coronavirus and business seems to be laid out clearly.
EmpowHER NY
A wonderful organization for women providing networking events, positive social media, and podcasts founded by ballerina Ingrid de Silva.
EnrichHER
Business loans and networking for women entrepreneurs.
AssistHER
grant program applies to women-owned small businesses in Texas that have been impacted adversely by the Coronavirus pandemic
New Voices.
Created by the founder of Shea Moisture, this foundation provides funds and networking to women of color businesses.
Dallas B.R.A.I.N
My time working for the Library was every feeling between frustrating and fulfilling. But, it cannot be denied that there is an entire floor dedicated to business and a staffed center for entrepreneurs.
Business Lounge Dallas
A Black woman owned work-space featuring panels and events for business minded folks.
Texas Comptroller
US Small Business Administration
SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District
Finimpact
Update: Finimpact found my blog post and contacted me about adding their resource page. Please check out their financial opportunities and list of tips and resources!
